Community Participation
Local government provides many opportunities for its citizens to participate in the planning and management of their own community. A citizen may:
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Run for Mayor or Councillor
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Vote at general elections or public approval opportunities
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Participate in public consultations and hearings
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Attend council or committee/commission meetings
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Volunteer for a committee or commission
As a citizen of the District of Sooke, you may at any time make your views known. It is usually best to begin with the contacting the appropriate municipal department or staff person, but citizens may also present their views to Council in writing or in person at a Council meeting.
In order to appear before Council as a delegation at a Council Meeting, you need to submit a written request to the Corporate Officer by 4:30 pm on the Tuesday before the scheduled Council Meeting. The request can either be by way of this form or a separate letter that you have written which contains the information requested on this form. You can submit your request in person, by mail or by fax at 250-642-0541
If you wish to make a presentation to Council or let Council know how you feel about an issue, please contact the Corporate Services Manager.